1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Autobianchi | Buick |
Model | Bianchina | Riviera |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 7050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 99.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |